Welcome to Back to School Night Mrs. Richardson 6th Grade Science Team A crichardson@neshaminy.k12.pa.us 215-809-6210

Who is Mrs. Richardson? (aka Mrs. Rich) Bachelor’s Degree from St. Joseph’s University Master’s Degree from Temple University Teaching 6th grade science at Poquessing for over 20 years Coaching basketball and softball Intramural Mat Ball program for 6th grade My husband and two sisters are also proud Neshaminy teachers! Die-hard Phillies and Flyers fan!! I think I have the three cutest dogs in the world! (Bonus points if you agree!!)

Middle School Curriculum Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Launch: Harnessing Human Energy Phase Change Engineering Internship: Chemical Reactions Magnetic Fields Earth, Moon, and Sun Populations and Resources Matter and Energy in Ecosystems Microbiome Metabolism Traits and Reproduction Oceans, Atmosphere, and Climate Weather Patterns Plate Motion Engineering Internship Rock Transformations Geology on Mars Thermal Energy Natural Selection Evolutionary History Force and Motion Light Waves Earth’s Changing Climate

Most homework is completed unfinished class work Must be submitted electronically Posted on the front board and is copied in agenda Posted daily on my website Due date is normally the following day Can be completed during WIN/Study Hall/Lunch

Grading Grades are updated on Home Access weekly Points are earned in the following ways: Lab activities Class work/Lesson Completion Assessments (quizzes/tests) SECOND CHANCE LEARNING!!

FAQs How can my child make up missed work? Use the “Buddy” system Check the Homework Website Contact the Guidance Office Meet with me during WIN Come to Clinic on Tuesday and/or Thursday morning at 7:25 Working Lunch How can my child bring up his/her grade? Make up all missing work Earn points back (re-do/second chance) One bonus assignment per marking period

Keys to Success Parents: Check your child’s agenda daily. Check the Home Access Center weekly. Students: Be prepared for class. Put forth best effort.

6th Grade Field Trip and Fundraisers We’re not ready to release all details, but here’s what we can share: It will be an experience of a lifetime! We’re hoping to go in May. Expect a commitment contract containing more information soon. We’ve already started to fundraise to help with the cost. Constitution Day tattoos and glow stick messages – ON SALE TONIGHT! Team Poquessing t-shirt sale – ON SALE TONIGHT! worn for all team activities, including the field trip Home game snack stand Much more to come!